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#1261 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 37% in state

Dover Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · Dover City

125 W 13th St, Dover, OH 44622

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,261 of 3,441

In Dover

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Dover City

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Dover Avenue Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Dover · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Dover Avenue Elementary School

Dover Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dover, OH, part of Dover City. Dover Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,261 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Dover Avenue Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,415
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Dover Avenue Elementary School — Students at Dover Avenue Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
69.4%
ELA
69.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Dover Avenue Elementary School Compares

See how Dover Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
63th percentile in OH
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

125 W 13th St, Dover, OH 44622

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dover Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Strasburg-Franklin Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Strasburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is TUSCARAWAS CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby New Philadelphia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
TUSCARAWAS CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover 0.7 mi 7.2
Dover Middle School Dover 0.7 mi 6.8
Dover High School Dover 0.7 mi 5.2
East Elementary School Dover 0.9 mi 6.5
South Elementary School Dover 1.8 mi 6.9
West Elementary School New Philadelphia 3.0 mi 7.1
West Elementary Pre School New Philadelphia 3.0 mi 3.6
Joseph Welty Middle School New Philadelphia 3.2 mi 6.7
New Philadelphia High School New Philadelphia 3.3 mi 5.0
Central Elementary School New Philadelphia 3.4 mi 7.9
TUSCARAWAS CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL New Philadelphia 3.3 mi 7.9
York Elementary School New Philadelphia 4.4 mi 6.6
East Elementary School New Philadelphia 4.0 mi 7.1
Quaker Digital Academy New Philadelphia 4.3 mi 3.4
Quaker Preparatory Academy New Philadelphia 4.3 mi 5.8
South Elementary School New Philadelphia 4.8 mi 7.1
Strasburg-Franklin Elementary School Strasburg 5.1 mi 9.2
Strasburg-Franklin High School Strasburg 5.1 mi 7.8
Buckeye Career Center New Philadelphia 6.2 mi 5.3
Tuscarawas Valley Middle-High School Zoarville 6.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44622 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,237

Median Home Value

$200,000

Median Rent

$981/mo

Population

18,774

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

42.4

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Cork Elementary School Geneva, OH 7.1
Cox Elementary School Xenia, OH 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dover Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Dover Avenue Elementary School serve?

Dover Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Dover Avenue Elementary School?

Dover Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dover Avenue Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dover Avenue Elementary School rank in OH?

Dover Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,261 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Dover Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dover Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dover Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dover Avenue Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dover Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dover Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dover Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dover Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dover Avenue Elementary School?

53.1% of students at Dover Avenue Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tuscarawas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Dover City
District Enrollment
2,651
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,415
District Rank
#1 of 5

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